60 kms north of Bangalore is the summer resort called Nandi Hills. Also known as Nandidurga, it was one of the summer retreats of Tipu Sultan.
Nandi Hills was popular with the British too who built bungalows and laid out gardens here.
Today of course, it's a hot favourite among Bangaloreans who find this an ideal get-away for weekends. The 1478-m high Nandi Hills is the originating point of many rivers.
And the forests surrounding the hills, abound with wild animals. Around the Nandi Hills are several smaller hills, which can be visited on foot.
How To Get There
By Air
The nearest airport is Bangalore.
By Rail
The nearest railhead is Chikkaballapur.
By Road
Nandi Hills is connected by road to Bangalore and Chikkaballapur.
Places To Stay
Hotel Mayura Pine Top Nandi Hills.
Kolar District.
Guest House of the Horticulture Department.
PWD Accommodation.
Climate
Summer
Max: 29°C Min: 23°C.
Winter
21°C Min: 11°C.
General Information
Location
60 kms north of Bangalore, Karnataka.
Altitude
1478 m above Sea Level.
Main Attraction
Tipu's Drop, Yoga Nandishvara Temple.
Best Time
Throughout The Year.
Languages
Kannada, Hindi, English.
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Tuesday, January 20, 2009
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